An Introduction to Simple, Homemade Patinas

3/16/2020

One hour video class
Instructor: Anne Wolf. Tuition: FREE
Watch as Anne discusses her recent patina workshop with master metalsmith David Huang, and takes us step-by-step through an interesting demonstration using easy patinas you can try at home with chemicals you probably already have, or can easily get. Anne also shares some interesting tips and tricks along with recommendations for the best places to get tools and materials. Just hit the play button to start the video. We also heartily welcome your comments in the comments section below!

2 Comments

Sarah Miller link

3/20/2020 03:59:08 pm

Hi Anne-
I had a question. I have the powdered Cupric Nitrate I use for silver fusing. For that, I add Flyr-Fire to the chemical. I didn't hear how you prepped your C.N. patina. Did you just add water? Any particular ratio? I love the aqua color this patina makes and I can't wait to give it a try.
Thank you,
Sarah

Anne

3/20/2020 04:23:16 pm

Hi Sarah -
I was sharing how great David Huang's patina class was - he doesn't really measure the amounts much though, he teaches you to recognize the color and how the patina is acting, then adjust the strength as needed. That wasn't really something I felt I should share, as it should be David teaching you that.
For a how-to, I'd recommend this article by Charles Lewton-Brain - https://www.ganoksin.com/article/cupric-nitrate-patination-of-metals/ - it'll give you a recipe and step-by-step. It's great. Happy patinating!

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